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### Question: Who is at highest risk for Iron deficiency anemia in children ?
### Response: The risk of developing iron deficiency anemia is increased in:
Infants younger than 12 months who drink cow's milk rather than breast milk or iron-fortified formula Young children who drink a lot of cow's milk rather than eating foods that supply the body with more iron
Iron deficiency anemia most commonly affects babies 9 - 24 months old. All babies should have a screening test for iron deficiency at this age. Babies born prematurely may need to be tested earlier.